You guys, sometimes the last thing I want to do is face a mountain of pots and pans. That’s when my electric skillet comes in to save the entire day.
These recipes are my personal go-tos for everything from packed-along camping meals to those lazy evenings when I still want something that tastes awesome.
1. Skillet Meatballs
Are meatballs not the ultimate party food? Seriously. Bring these juicy little guys to your next get-together and prepare to be the talk of the town.
The real magic here? It’s all in the sauce. We’re talking about a combination of everyday ingredients that come together to create something completely irresistible. This is next-level stuff.
2. Electric Skillet Paella
Ready to feel a little fancy? This paella is pure luxury in a skillet. Think fragrant, saffron-infused rice and those gorgeous little mussels.
Making this elegant dish is like taking a mini-vacation to the Spanish coast right from your own kitchen. The flavors are so unique and special, a total symbol of all things good and delicious.
3. Cowboy Hash Brown Skillet
This skillet takes me back to the wild west. Not really, but you’ll totally look the part if you wear a cowboy hat.
Using basic ingredients you probably already have, this recipe transforms frozen hash browns into a total feast. It’s loaded with ham chunks and gobs of melty cheese, making this skillet just perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
4. Electric Skillet Fudge
Fudge is the king of all desserts, and this skillet version makes it completely doable. Boil up a batch of this rich chocolatey goodness and just forget about those New Year’s resolutions for a day.
This recipe is so incredibly easy, you’ll have no excuse not to make it. I’ll let you decide if that’s a good thing or a bad thing.
5. Hush Puppies
These restaurant favorites are even better when you make them at home! Hush puppies are so wonderfully crispy on the outside while staying perfectly soft inside.
Serve them up with fish, with soup, or with whatever else is on the menu for dinner tonight. The only limit is what you can dream up!
6. Date Skillet Cookies
So many restaurants have skillet cookies on their dessert menus. There’s just something about that baking process that makes a cookie from a skillet taste even better than one from the oven.
Put a scoop of ice cream on top of your cookie, and you’ll have a dessert that is out of this world. This is one giant cookie, but I won’t tell anyone if you don’t share!
For the next family birthday, you could skip the cake and make this skillet cookie instead!
7. Pan-Fried Cod
Cod is a nice thick filet of fish that is absolutely perfect for frying. You always get such flaky, moist fish. It’s amazing on its own or even better on a sandwich.
Enjoy your catch of the day just like they make it at a restaurant with this incredible pan-fried cod recipe. You will never see a filet of fish the same way again.
Fire up your skillet and get started. This recipe is not going to make itself.
8. Skillet Nachos
Nachos are one of those meals that everyone gets excited about because they are so incredibly versatile.
You can tailor these skillet nachos to whatever you love and then make them any night of the week.
It really doesn’t get better than melty cheese and crispy chips. Pile them high with meat, beans, olives, jalapenos, and anything else you can think of. You could even start with chips and salsa for the full restaurant experience right at home.
9. French Toast
This breakfast classic is such a sweet way to get your morning started. Just fire up that electric skillet and fry up a whole loaf of delicious French toast.
You can enjoy it all by itself or completely smother it with toppings like maple syrup and some whipped cream. With a belly full of this amazing toast, your day is going to be a good one.
And don’t just keep this dish for breakfast. French toast is so much fun any time of day!
10. Fried Jalapenos
These spicy peppers are here to spice up your life with this fried jalapeno recipe. You can contain the heat by taking out the seeds, and then you just batter them to perfection.
Pop them right into your skillet for an appetizer that will absolutely be the star of the party. These jalapenos are so easy to pull off, but they still bring a ton of amazing flavor.
11. Electric Skillet Cornbread
Cornbread is the classic side of the south. Make a whole pan the modern way when you use this electric skillet cornbread recipe.
Say goodbye to the days of a finicky cast iron. Your electric skillet is going to give you the same amazing results and will be so much easier to clean up.
Grab that cornmeal and get to mixing!
12. BBQ Chicken
When you think about barbecue, you are probably picturing cooking outside on a big grill. But what do you do when it’s cold or rainy and you get that tangy craving?
You can make BBQ chicken inside with this so-good skillet recipe. All of your favorite barbecue chicken flavors are made in no time with the electric skillet.
You will never have to miss a chance to barbecue when your electric skillet is nearby.
13. Electric Skillet Scalloped Potatoes
Scalloped potatoes bring together the best things in life, cheese sauce and potato slices. What more could you even ask for from a recipe?
If you have only ever made this dish out of a box, you are seriously missing out on the full potential of scalloped potatoes. Give this from-scratch version a try and have your entire perspective changed for the better.
14. Skillet Spaghetti
You can never, ever go wrong with a giant plate of pasta, and this skillet spaghetti makes the classic dish even easier!
By letting your noodles simmer right with the sauce in the skillet, you are letting all those amazing flavors combine and soak right into the pasta.
Make a dish the whole family will get excited about with this skillet spaghetti recipe.
15. Electric Skillet Pizza
Pizza made in a skillet? No way! This pizza pie is a total cheesy masterpiece with a flaky and crispy crust.
Cook up one of these skillet pizzas, and any night can turn into a pizza party. You can save yourself some time by using dough from the store. Let every family member top their own section with what they like.
Everyone is a winner on pizza night!
16. Tuna Noodle Skillet
Tuna and noodles can take up to an hour to make in the oven. Save yourself a little bit of time and get to the good stuff faster by making this easy skillet version instead.
There is so much that you can do with pasta and a can of cream soup. This recipe is just one amazing possibility!
17. Caramelized Chicken Wings
What could possibly be better than chicken wings? Caramelized chicken wings, of course! Just hearing that makes my mouth water.
Sizzle up a whole batch of these game-day favorites in your electric skillet, and they will all be gone before the game even starts. That crispy outer layer is sweetened so deliciously with a whole host of spices. And the juicy insides are just to die for!
18. Chickpea Fritters
These chickpea fritters are a great plant-based meal alternative. You should keep this recipe in your back pocket for those times you want to invite your vegan neighbors for dinner and have no idea what to make.
It is so simple to make these really satisfying fritters. They are seasoned perfectly and are the ultimate comfort food without any meat.
19. Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry
Stir-fry is such a quick and easy way to get tons of vegetables onto one single plate. Enjoy this tangy chicken and broccoli stir-fry, and you will not even notice how healthy it is.
Indulge in a bed of soft rice mixed with crispy broccoli and juicy chicken. There is just so much variety in this one dish.
That Asian-inspired sauce is what makes this recipe a total home run!
20. Grilled Cheese
Grilled cheese is a total classic skillet dish, but it seems like everyone has their own way of making it. See how your own tried-and-true recipe compares to this chef-perfected version.
Do you use butter or mayonnaise on the outside of the bread? Fry up some of this grilled cheese and see if you can’t make a recipe you already know and love even better.
21. Skillet Corn
Kick that canned corn to the curb with this amazing skillet corn recipe. The skillet makes the outer layer of the kernels so crispy, making every single bite a culinary experience.
When sweet corn season comes around, it can be tough to figure out what to do with all of it. This recipe totally has you covered!
22. Fried Rice
Fried rice is that traditional side that comes with your takeout meal. It is a certified crowd-pleaser every single time!
With plenty of flavorful sauces and a whole bunch of herbs and spices, this fried rice recipe is definitely going to be a family favorite.
23. Potato Pancakes
This savory version of a breakfast classic is such a great way to use up any mashed potatoes you have leftover from last night.
Instead of just letting them go bad in the fridge, you can turn them into this tasty breakfast option. Serve them up with some apple sauce or sour cream for a starchy change from the usually sweet dishes.
24. Skillet Roasted Vegetables
Skillet-roasted vegetables are a super quick and easy side that is packed with vitamins and minerals. Spoon up a healthy dish and roast this vegetable medley for dinner tonight.
Any main course is going to be better with a side of roasted vegetables. It can be so hard to get enough servings of vegetables in one day, and this way, you will definitely reach that 2-cup mark.
Roasted vegetables do not have to be boring! These veggies are topped with a ton of amazing spices.
25. Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Skillet
Take a little trip down south with this amazing shrimp and sausage skillet. You should pour everyone a big glass of water because this dish is SPICY.
But would you really want it any other way? Enjoy plump shrimp and savory sausage all mixed together in one delicious rice skillet dish.
There is not a single flavor that this recipe is missing!
26. Cream Cheese Wontons
You can skip the takeout and make these cream cheese wontons right at home!
There is nothing out there more satisfying than breaking through that crispy wonton shell to find a warm, cream cheese filling waiting inside.
These wontons are so super simple to make! Do not be fooled by their elegant look. Even a total beginner in the kitchen can knock this recipe right out of the park.
27. Electric Skillet Enchiladas
Enchiladas are a total classic weeknight staple. They are hearty, so flavorful, and the family always loves them!
You can simplify this go-to meal by making this electric skillet version. It has all of your favorite flavors, without any of the hassle of a baking dish.
What a great meal to make when you’re on the go! If you are using your electric skillet for a camping trip, these hearty enchiladas will give you all the fuel you need to keep on going.
28. Electric Skillet Oatmeal Cookies
Yum! Oatmeal cookies just taste like childhood. From a Little Debbie’s fresh out of the package, to your grandma’s straight from the oven, they are the perfect cure for any kind of bad day.
Try these electric skillet cookies for a homemade treat that you can bake anywhere. They are so delightfully spiced with cinnamon and stuffed full of chewy oats.
My own grandma always used to throw in a few chocolate chips, just for good measure. A little secret from her kitchen to yours.
29. Electric Skillet Brownies
Everyone loves a rich and fudgy chocolate brownie! In the skillet, this amazing confectioner’s delight gets a pudding-like texture with that infamous chewy edge that everyone loves.
Mix the batter up from scratch and you can double your baker’s satisfaction with this totally delectable electric skillet brownie recipe.
30. Skillet Roasted Potatoes
What meal out there wouldn’t be better with a side of roasted potatoes? Use your electric skillet to sizzle up some crispy taters for a starchy side that is guaranteed to satisfy.
And do not skimp on the seasoning! It might seem like a lot when you first measure it all out, but all of those spices are what makes these potatoes so irresistible.